Black Cat (Harvey)

Creation & Design

Black Cat was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Keith Pollard, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #194. She was designed as a femme fatale and a love interest for Spider-Man, embodying the archetype of the anti-heroine.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a burglar with a complicated relationship with Spider-Man, Black Cat's character evolved over the years, showcasing her skills as a thief and her complex moral compass.

Character Development

Over the years, Black Cat has evolved from a mere adversary to a complex character with her own motivations and moral dilemmas. Her relationship with Spider-Man has been a focal point of her character development, showcasing her struggles between her criminal tendencies and her feelings for him.

Cultural Reception

Black Cat has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her depth and complexity as a character. She has become a symbol of the anti-heroine in comic books.

Character Details

Real Name:
Felicia Hardy
First Appearance:
Pocket Comics #1
Aliases:
Black Cat, Felicia Hardy
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Spider-Man, The Sinister Six, The Avengers
Abilities:
Enhanced agility, Expert acrobat, Master thief, Luck manipulation
Equipment:
Grappling hook, Cat-themed gadgets
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white

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Harvey ⋅ 1941
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$460
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$1.9k
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$4.6k

Key Facts

First comic book published by Harvey, simultaneous with Spitfire #1

Digest-sized comic book

1st appearance of the Black Cat, a former stuntwoman turned heroine

1st appearance of Red Blazer, Spirit of '76, Phantom Sphinx and the Zebra

Harvey ⋅ 1942
Low
$235
Mid
$700
High
$2.5k

Key Facts

Origin of Black Cat retold

Cover art by Joe Simon

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